Family pay tribute to man after fatal house fire in Bradford

Mohsin Janjua, 28, has been hailed a hero after he rushed into his fire-hit lifelong home on Finch Street, Little Horton, at around 5am on Saturday.

Moshin thought his brother Faisal Janjua was still in the house as the blaze ripped through the terraced property.

Unbeknownst to him, Faisal had jumped out of the window at the back of the house.

The back of the property (Image: Newsquest)West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has now said the cause of the fire was a lithium-ion battery from an e-bike.

The fire investigation report shows the origin of the blaze was the living room - where the bike had been on charge.

Speaking on behalf of the family, uncle Diwan Ali Janjua said Mohsin was a "kind and loving young man".

He said: "I want to thank friends, neighbours, and the community for their support and kindness during this difficult time.

"The family is dealing with the sudden and tragic loss of a wonderful person who we miss and mourn.

"Mohsin was a kind and loving young man who has left this world but will forever remain in our hearts.

"He was an amazing son, a father, a grandson, and a nephew whose passing has left us all devastated.

"Someone who risks and gives his life to save others is a true hero."

Tributes have been paid to Mohsin (Image: .)

Tributes for Moshin also poured in on the Telegraph & Argus' Facebook page.

Kev Smithy said: "This is tragic. He is an actual modern-day hero. Remember his name as a man who literally gave his life for his family."

Chris Riley added: "Rest in peace. A true hero putting himself in a dangerous situation trying to save his beloved brother. Such a tragedy. Thinking of all his family and friends who will be suffering at this sad time. Forever a true hero."

Maria Khan said: "Sad news but he was a brave man and a hero. I pray for his family what they must be going through is heartbreaking."

Sharon Pinder added: "RIP what a hero. God bless you. Thoughts are with your family such sad news."

Lithium-ion batteries are one of the most popular ways to power up a variety of devices, being used in the likes of e-cigarettes and laptops.

The increase in usage is due to the fact they are rechargeable, meaning you don’t have to remember to always have a stash of batteries somewhere in the house for toys and gadgets.

Bradford Deputy Chief Benjy Bush was keen to highlight the dangers of the batteries and what owners should do to ensure they remain safe.

He said “In recent years, the number of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries has increased.
"To ensure you are using them as safely as possible always read the safety instructions that came with your device and use the correct charger.

“Always use the manufacturer-approved charger for the product, and if you spot any signs of wear and tear or damage, buy an official replacement charger for your product from a reputable seller.

“Be careful about when and where you are charging them - you shouldn’t do it while you are out of the home or asleep – and don’t charge lithium batteries on your escape route.

"Don’t leave them continuously charging either – unplug them when they are done.

“Finally if a battery is damaged, such as it gets wet or is crushed – don’t use it and seek out an appropriate replacement.”

Bradford East MP Imran Hussain (Image: Other)

Bradford East MP Imran Hussain said: “The whole community has been shocked and moved by the heart-breaking death of Mohsin, and my thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time. His act of immense bravery and selflessness in trying to save his family and get them out of their burning home will always be remembered.

“This deeply tragic incident also sends a very real reminder to us all about the dangers posed by the flammable lithium-ion batteries used in modern e-bikes and e-scooters, even when they’re used, stored and charged correctly, and I urge all those who have e-bikes or e-scooters to take extra precautions to ensure that they stay safe.”

On Saturday, a spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: "At 5.31am today, police were contacted by the fire service who were attending a fire at a house in Finch Street, Bradford. 

"A man, a woman, and a child had managed to escape from the property and were taken to hospital for treatment. Their injuries were not life-threatening. 

"A second man was brought out of the address by firefighters and was treated by paramedics but was pronounced dead at the scene. 

"A scene is in place at the address and police are working with fire service investigators to establish the exact cause of the fire which is not believed to be suspicious."